Radio Programme: Access to extension services and information by smallholder farmers in Kenya
As part of the YenKasa Africa radio initiative, we are thrilled to share this week’s feature, which delves into the vital topic “Access to extension services and information by smallholder farmers in Kenya”. Read our feature to discover valuable insights and expert advice, and then listen to recorded program on the YenKasa Africa website in the Kenyan local language, Kikuyu. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your knowledge and empower your
Farmer Field Schools take on El Niño induced drought in Zimbabwe
The ACP-MEAs 3 project brings hope to the farmers in Zimbabwe, who are facing the challenges of climate change head-on and are determined to adapt to these challenges using nature-based solutions. In a region where about 70 per cent of the population depends on agriculture, the frequency of El Niño occurrences in Southern Africa surpasses the norm, resulting in erratic weather patterns that significantly impact food security. With the return
Event: Prospective Analysis of Senegalese Agriculture in 2050: Agro-industry versus Agroecology?
Join the public hybrid event titled “Prospective Analysis of Senegalese Agriculture in 2050: Agro-industry versus Agroecology?” on April 16, 2024, from 09:30 to 12:30 GMT, co-organized by MAERSA, ISRA-BAME, FAO, and CIRAD, at the Auditorium, ISRA Hann Research Center, Dakar, Senegal. Online participation will also be possible. The event’s main objective will be to share and discuss with participants the key findings of the prospective exercise “AgroEco2050-Senegal” and its implications
International Conference on Agrobiodiversity 9 – 12 April 2024
Enriching nature and nutrition through agroecological knowledge, seed management, and climate-smart business and finance models Realtime media coverage (available at the start of the conference) Agriculture now covers the largest portion (46%) of the global land surface area; its ecological health and resilience in the face of changing climate are critical to human survival. The biodiversity found within agricultural and wild systems is what sustains us. But this agrobiodiversity is
Realtime Media Coverage: International Conference on Agrobiodiversity 2024
Conference Livestream You can watch the conference live streaming on the YenKasa Africa Facebook page. Day 1: International conference on agrobiodiversity live streaming Day 3, session 1: International conference on agrobiodiversity live streaming Day 3, session 2: International conference on agrobiodiversity live streaming Day 4: International conference on agrobiodiversity live streaming Participants’ engagements and interviews Participant: Shamika Mone – INOFO Language: English The Inter-Continental Network of Organic Farmer Organisations (INOFO)
Compendium of forgotten foods in Africa: A companion publication for Integrating Africa’s forgotten foods for better nutrition
The “Compendium of Forgotten Foods in Africa” is a remarkable publication which has emerged to shed light on a treasure trove of forgotten foods scattered across the African continent. This publication serves as a beacon of hope, offering a roadmap for integrating these neglected gems into the culinary landscape for improved nutrition and sustainable development. This Published by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), this compendium is a testament to
Early warning systems help small-scale farmers prepare for climate change
Climate change is making extreme weather events more intense and frequent. Warning systems that are accurate, easy to use and provide the right climate information help limit loss of life and livelihoods. With advance warning, small-scale farmers get precious time to store produce and animals safely and to prepare for disaster. Even when some damage is unavoidable, it can make it easier to recover. Yet only half of the least-developed countries
Radio Programme: Challenges forest and farm producers face in Zambia and the way forward
As part of the YenKasa Africa radio initiative, we are thrilled to share this week’s feature, which delves into the vital topic “The challenges forest and farm producers face in Zambia and how to tackle these”. Read our feature to discover valuable insights and expert advice, and then listen to recorded program on the YenKasa Africa website in the local language, Nyanja. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your knowledge and
From soap to sustainability: How Malian radio stations are getting their hands dirty to keep their listener groups employed
Over three days in August 2023, a group of around 25 women gathered at Radio Fouta to learn how to make soap. Under the hot August sun, they made colourful blocks and balls of soap on blue tarps outside the radio station, which broadcasts from Yanfolila Cercle in Sikasso Region in southern Mali. Led by an external trainer, the women learned the process for making liquid and dry koulikoro soap,
Meet Alice Lungu: 2024 George Atkins Communication Award winner
After completing college, Alice Lungu started working in 2000 with a private media organization called Palesa News Agency, where, until 2007, she was responsible for a variety of tasks: making radio spots and announcements, radio adverts, and presenting and producing radio programs. In 2007, she joined Zambia News and Information Services, where she currently works. Recently, Mrs. Lungu received the George Atkins Communication Award, recognizing her commitment to serving rural